Process

Samuel Radin

The studio began by practicing interviewing others and learning basic camera functions. The second day consisted of us picking topics and doing some brainstorming on projects. I chose Boston sports beccause I feel that it is a relevant topic and could have a meaningful piece. I chose to explore the relationship between Boston sports teams and their fans in the wake of tragedy like the Boston Marathon Bombings. I spent the first part of my project photographing aroiund central square. I interviewed people on the street in order to get an idea of what the general attitude in Cambridge was towards my topic. After many interviews I realized that I wanted to move towards the memorials dedicated to the attacks on Boylston Street. The first day I went to Boylston Street I was hesitant to aproach people and only knew of the small memorials at the bombing sites. After experiencing the region the first day, I wanted to return in order to improve and get some more successful photos. I found the large memorial at Copley Square and began to photograph. I kept in mind everything I have learned about taking a successful photograph and I was able to create a complete and professional collection of photos. I chose the final photos for my story and matched them up with the wirtten piece in order to show the reader and viewer my entire project's work.